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Chef John's Salmon Cakes

Chef John's Salmon Cakes

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  • 10 Min
  • 4 Servings
  • $8

INGREDIENTS

  • Main Ingredients

    • 🐟 1 (14.75 ounce) can red salmon, skin and bone removed, drained and flaked
    • 🥚 2 eggs
    • 🍋 ½ lemon, juiced
    • 1 tablespoon chopped capers
    • 🧂 ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 12 saltine crackers
    • 1 tablespoon bread crumbs, or as needed
    • 🧈 1 tablespoon butter
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil

STEPS

1

Stir salmon, eggs, lemon juice, capers, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl until well-combined.

2

Crush saltine crackers with your hands into the salmon mixture and mix well. Wrap the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to overnight.

3

Dust a plate with half the bread crumbs. Divide salmon mixture into 4 portions and shape into patties; place onto prepared plate and sprinkle remaining bread crumbs atop the salmon patties.

4

Melt butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook patties in hot oil until cooked and heated through, about 5 minutes per side.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

305

Calories

  • 31
    Protein
  • 15
    Carbs
  • 15
    Fats

💡 Refrigerating the mixture allows the flavors to meld and makes the patties easier to shape.Serve with a side of tartar sauce or lemon wedges for added flavor.Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the patties from sticking while cooking.